
A Matter of Days
1969

Representation Score
Limited
1971
Director
Lazar Stojanović
Runtime
73 minutes
Average Rating
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Plastic Jesus is a highly specialized work that prioritizes systemic critique over human-centric storytelling. Its reliance on puppets, collage, and abstract animation means it lacks traditional representation for LGBTQ+ individuals, specific gender dynamics, or disability.
Category Breakdown
The film uses stop-motion and collage techniques, which prioritize inanimate objects and puppets. Therefore, there are no explicit depictions of LGBTQ+ identities.
The narrative emphasizes the dehumanizing effects of industrial society rather than interpersonal gender dynamics. Since the characters are mostly symbolic, the film neither challenges nor reinforces specific gender roles.
The film uses abstract forms and archival footage of world leaders to create an international scope. However, it lacks intentional casting or diverse human character's ability to drive the story.
The work provides a profound critique of Western consumerism and the commodification of spirituality. It effectively deconstructs religious sanctity by framing it as a byproduct of capitalist mass production.
The focus on inanimate objects and psychological fragmentation prevents the representation of physical or neurodivergent identities. Disability is not used as a plot device or subject of mockery.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
Tom is a young guy from Zagreb, completely without money, trying to make films in Belgrade. He somehow manages to survive with a help of women. He doesn't believe in anybody, respects no one and is in constant conflict with the ruling system and order. After being left by a silly American girl, Tom binds with a woman whose husband is abroad. When she kicks him out, he moves in with her husband's sister, who later kills him in the attack of jealousy. All this is shown in the context of major historical events prior to 1968. with lots of archive footage of world leaders.

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